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In ECSU's ten academic departments, we are educating some of the world's most brilliant minds. Our students are exposed to innovative research opportunities that extend their learning beyond textbooks and classrooms.

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Repeat Course Regulation

On July 1, 2011, changes in federal regulations impact how financial aid can be used
for classes taken more than once. A repeated course is eligible for financial aid
if it has never been completed with a grade of D- or higher (passed). A course can
be completed one additional time with financial aid after receiving a passing grade.
Some performance courses may be repeated using financial aid even after receiving
a passing grade due to different subject content being studied in each term. All
courses previously taken are compared against the current semester to determine if
it is a repeated class and whether it can be paid for using financial aid. Listed
below are examples of the regulation. If you have any questions, please see your
Financial Aid Advisor.